Place to go, people to see, things to do
October 30 - Meet at Luke's Restaurant at 5:00pm . Join the group for pizza and just all around fun. HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAIGE!!!!
October 31 - Harvest Fest - be there at 1:30 to help make signs. The event is 3-5pm.
Next meeting - November 4 at 6:30
November 7 - Movie Night after 5:00pm mass. It is a potluck style movie with a Charlie and Chocolate Factory theme. Watch for the golden ticket and bring a dish to share.
Please continue to pray for those on our prayer list. God Bless.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
We hit the ground running!
Our first official meeting of the year was a very successful one. Meetings will be every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Welcome to our newest member Marissa, Micheal, and Hanna. We kicked off the year by attending the evening daily mass. During the meeting we discussed several events and outing that the youth group will be participating. Here is what we have so far...
We are looking into an event for October 30. Possibly mini golf at 6pm at Cedar Creek Family Golf Center. 18 holes of min golf with glow in the dark balls. With a stop off for Pizza.
October 31 - 3pm - 5pm we are having a Harvest Fest for the kids. We will be inviting the public to come and play games. Kids can dress in costumes. Jessica is chairing this event. We will need the youth group to be at the hall by 1:30 to set up.
November 7 - Is movie night in the church hall after the 5pm mass. This is open to the whole church. We will be watching a moving on Father's huge movie screen. Bring a dish to share. This is a potluck dinner.
December - We will be hosting a parents afternoon out. This is an opportunity for parents to drop off the kids at the church so that they can take the afternoon to go shopping or prepare for the upcoming Christmas season. The children will be watching a movie, doing craft and learning about the Christmas story.
January - the Youth Group will be attending the March for Life rally in DC. This is an overnight event. Detail will be made available see Heather for details.
Friday, September 25, 2009
It is the right thing to do
We had our first "unofficial" meeting of the 2009-2010 school year. Unofficial because we sat around and discuss things to do, places to go and people to help and tried to set a schedule. While discussing our up and coming events I found out something that was quite shocking.
You see, I planned the Great America trip thinking it is our fall break and it would work out perfect given the fact that most people have school. Then I found out that it is Fright Fest at Great America and the hours for this day is 5pm - 11pm. Which meant that we would get home after 1:00am. A little disappointing but still thought it was a possibility. Then the bomb hit! I always thought that Fright Fest meant that Great America would decorate the park, change the names of the rides to be more fitting to the theme. But it is so much more than that. I have heard that the night is mass chaos with way too many people and the employees and patrons walk around scaring the "bageebees" out of people. A compelte transformation from what it would be like during the day. The 6 hours that we would be there would be nothing but very long lines, lots of screaming people and way too many people actually running through the park. So I sought the advice of my family. When my sister-in-law says it is bad, it is bad. That is where as a youth group, we have to draw the line. We have to do what is right.
So once again we are having to delay this event until June 12, 2010. If I had a stone tablet I would carve that date now. I feel terrible because I promised everyone that we could go this year but due to many circumstances beyond my control it just is not possible. Please be understanding and know that we are trying to plan another fun filled event for the October 30.
God Bless.
We had our first "unofficial" meeting of the 2009-2010 school year. Unofficial because we sat around and discuss things to do, places to go and people to help and tried to set a schedule. While discussing our up and coming events I found out something that was quite shocking.
You see, I planned the Great America trip thinking it is our fall break and it would work out perfect given the fact that most people have school. Then I found out that it is Fright Fest at Great America and the hours for this day is 5pm - 11pm. Which meant that we would get home after 1:00am. A little disappointing but still thought it was a possibility. Then the bomb hit! I always thought that Fright Fest meant that Great America would decorate the park, change the names of the rides to be more fitting to the theme. But it is so much more than that. I have heard that the night is mass chaos with way too many people and the employees and patrons walk around scaring the "bageebees" out of people. A compelte transformation from what it would be like during the day. The 6 hours that we would be there would be nothing but very long lines, lots of screaming people and way too many people actually running through the park. So I sought the advice of my family. When my sister-in-law says it is bad, it is bad. That is where as a youth group, we have to draw the line. We have to do what is right.
So once again we are having to delay this event until June 12, 2010. If I had a stone tablet I would carve that date now. I feel terrible because I promised everyone that we could go this year but due to many circumstances beyond my control it just is not possible. Please be understanding and know that we are trying to plan another fun filled event for the October 30.
God Bless.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Sandhill Crane Festival - September 19, 2009
We have been asked once again to sell pop at the Sandhill Crane Festival. This event helped us raise money for the group last year. Please let us know if you can help throughout the day. We can schedule time for everyone so that we work in shifts. Please contact Heather, Judy, Luz or Andrew if you can help out.
We have been asked once again to sell pop at the Sandhill Crane Festival. This event helped us raise money for the group last year. Please let us know if you can help throughout the day. We can schedule time for everyone so that we work in shifts. Please contact Heather, Judy, Luz or Andrew if you can help out.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Summer is almost over!!!!
The summer is coming to an end. The school bells soon will be ringing. I have enjoyed my summer for the most part but feel that it went by way to fast. Hopefully everyone had a wonderful summer.
Great America
We will be going to Great America on October 30. Sorry for the long delay but with everything that had happened over the summer this seems to be the best time. By then my knee should be up to the 10 miles of walking. I need to know who all can go and who will be driving. Family is invited to come along but will have to pay for their tickets. All current and active youth group members who have participated in our fundraisers will have their ticket paid for. Please call Heather/Judy/Luz or Andrew with the number of people to attend. We need to know this by October 16th so that we can order tickets and see if we have enough drivers. More details to follow.
Meetings
Youth group meetings will start up again September 23. They will start at 6:00pm and go until 8:00pm. Anyone 7-12 grade is invited to attend. Get an information sheet from Heather. We are preparing for another great year. If you have any suggestions on events or workshops just let me know.
CCD
In September CCD starts again. Make sure to get the most out of these classes. If you have already made your confirmation you can offer to help out with classes or even teach. We do not spend enough of out time with God. This would be a great opportunity.
The summer is coming to an end. The school bells soon will be ringing. I have enjoyed my summer for the most part but feel that it went by way to fast. Hopefully everyone had a wonderful summer.
Great America
We will be going to Great America on October 30. Sorry for the long delay but with everything that had happened over the summer this seems to be the best time. By then my knee should be up to the 10 miles of walking. I need to know who all can go and who will be driving. Family is invited to come along but will have to pay for their tickets. All current and active youth group members who have participated in our fundraisers will have their ticket paid for. Please call Heather/Judy/Luz or Andrew with the number of people to attend. We need to know this by October 16th so that we can order tickets and see if we have enough drivers. More details to follow.
Meetings
Youth group meetings will start up again September 23. They will start at 6:00pm and go until 8:00pm. Anyone 7-12 grade is invited to attend. Get an information sheet from Heather. We are preparing for another great year. If you have any suggestions on events or workshops just let me know.
CCD
In September CCD starts again. Make sure to get the most out of these classes. If you have already made your confirmation you can offer to help out with classes or even teach. We do not spend enough of out time with God. This would be a great opportunity.
Monday, July 20, 2009
My Sister's Dash
On July 14 at approximately 1:30pm my sister Kathryn lost her strong fought battle with MS. For many we were stunned by the fact it was way to soon. But during her short lifetime of only 35 years, she managed to teach people to love, to laugh, how to have strength, and to never give up. Last December when we lost our father my sister took the time to shared this poem from Linda Ellis with me. Today I feel that it is only fitting to share it with you today.
I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend
He referred to the dates on her tombstone from the beginning to the end.
He noted that first came the date of her birth and spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time that she spent alive on earth.
And now only those who loved her know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not how much we own; the cars, the house, the cash,
What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.
So think about this long and hard are there things you’d like to change?
For you never know how much time is left, that can still be rearranged.
If we could just slow down enough to consider what’s true and real
And always try to understand the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger, and show appreciation more
And love the people in our lives like we’ve never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile
Remembering that this special dash might only last a little while.
by Linda Ellis
God Bless Kathryn. May she rest in peace.
On July 14 at approximately 1:30pm my sister Kathryn lost her strong fought battle with MS. For many we were stunned by the fact it was way to soon. But during her short lifetime of only 35 years, she managed to teach people to love, to laugh, how to have strength, and to never give up. Last December when we lost our father my sister took the time to shared this poem from Linda Ellis with me. Today I feel that it is only fitting to share it with you today.
I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend
He referred to the dates on her tombstone from the beginning to the end.
He noted that first came the date of her birth and spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time that she spent alive on earth.
And now only those who loved her know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not how much we own; the cars, the house, the cash,
What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.
So think about this long and hard are there things you’d like to change?
For you never know how much time is left, that can still be rearranged.
If we could just slow down enough to consider what’s true and real
And always try to understand the way other people feel.
And be less quick to anger, and show appreciation more
And love the people in our lives like we’ve never loved before.
If we treat each other with respect, and more often wear a smile
Remembering that this special dash might only last a little while.
by Linda Ellis
God Bless Kathryn. May she rest in peace.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Sorry about the lack of postings!
We had good intentions with this summer but due to unfortunate situations we have had to delay some of the events. We will be trying to schedule the Great America trip soon. I would like to do this before the soccer season starts.
First things first...
About two weeks ago I went to the doctor because my knee hurt. Well..... It seem that since I am going to be 40, my body has decided to show signs of getting older. On July 22, I will be having knee surgery to fix my torn minicus. Which was undoubtedly cause by our weekly event, the Grog. While in surgery they are going to see what they can do about the mass of arthritis in every part of my knee.
Then on May 31, I received a call from my sister's husband. My sister had been put into Northwestern hospital because her MS was acting up. As of today, she is at the University hospital intensive care unit. She is not responding and has spiked a fever. The Dr.'s fear that the MS has attacked the part of her brain that control motor functions. But until they can confirm this we will just have to wait. Please pray for her.
But what I have learned through all of this from losing my Dad, my brother having heart and health issues, and now my sister, that God has His plan. Maybe His plan was to bring the family closer together. Maybe my sister has a bigger health issue and these doctors will find it. Maybe it is just a reminder that we are God's people and we do not have control.
One thing is for sure. That I have truly put all my faith in God. I know that each hurtle that I jump over another one will be there. But as long as I look toward God for my answers and live my life for Him I can never go wrong.
God Bless.
We had good intentions with this summer but due to unfortunate situations we have had to delay some of the events. We will be trying to schedule the Great America trip soon. I would like to do this before the soccer season starts.
First things first...
About two weeks ago I went to the doctor because my knee hurt. Well..... It seem that since I am going to be 40, my body has decided to show signs of getting older. On July 22, I will be having knee surgery to fix my torn minicus. Which was undoubtedly cause by our weekly event, the Grog. While in surgery they are going to see what they can do about the mass of arthritis in every part of my knee.
Then on May 31, I received a call from my sister's husband. My sister had been put into Northwestern hospital because her MS was acting up. As of today, she is at the University hospital intensive care unit. She is not responding and has spiked a fever. The Dr.'s fear that the MS has attacked the part of her brain that control motor functions. But until they can confirm this we will just have to wait. Please pray for her.
But what I have learned through all of this from losing my Dad, my brother having heart and health issues, and now my sister, that God has His plan. Maybe His plan was to bring the family closer together. Maybe my sister has a bigger health issue and these doctors will find it. Maybe it is just a reminder that we are God's people and we do not have control.
One thing is for sure. That I have truly put all my faith in God. I know that each hurtle that I jump over another one will be there. But as long as I look toward God for my answers and live my life for Him I can never go wrong.
God Bless.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)